Best Universal Sports Timer Apps

209+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.4★, the universal sports timer category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 209+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Universal Sports Timer Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Interval Timer PlusInterval Timer PlusFree4.9★ (4.4K)NoYesJul 2026
2Simple Interval TimerSimple Interval TimerFree4.9★ (4.2K)YesYesJul 2026
3Universal Sports TimerUniversal Sports TimerFreeNoJul 2026
4Timer ٞTimer ٞFree4.4★ (943)YesNoJul 2026
5Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (85K)NoYesJul 2026
6Boxing Round TimerBoxing Round TimerFree3.2★ (49)YesNoJul 2026
7Boxing Timer Pro Round TimerBoxing Timer Pro Round TimerFree4.9★ (6.6K)NoYesJul 2026
8TimerTimer$3.994.8★ (218)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Universal Sports Timer

Interval Timer Plus#1

Interval Timer Plus by Su-Au Hwang

Simple interval timer
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.9😊(4.4K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This versatile timer app offers a simple yet powerful way to manage timed activities. Customize multiple intervals with individual colors and sounds, and save them as presets for quick access. It's designed for ease of use and visibility, even from a distance, and works seamlessly in the background.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Simple and effective
  • 🚀 Customizable and streamlined
  • 👍 Easy to configure and edit
  • 👍 Convenient for workouts and circuits

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with audio playback in the background
  • 💡 Desire for more color customization options
Simple Interval Timer#2

Simple Interval Timer by Alena Kazarova

Strong Contender
⚽ Sports
4.9😊(4.2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a straightforward interval timer for various training types like running, cycling, and HIIT. Customize sets, action, and break durations for a personalized workout experience. It runs in the background and saves recent configurations.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Efficient and straightforward
  • 💰 Actually free, no paywall
  • 🔊 Unobtrusive audio cues

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • ⚙️ Limited customization options
  • 🔋 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

More Universal Sports Timer apps to explore

4
Timer ٞ
Timer ٞ
Timer ٞ
Kitchen cooking alarm
Free

This application provides a clean, simple, and reliable timer for various timing needs, including cooking, sports, and work. It offers seamless integration with Apple Watch and Today Widgets, allowing for synchronized control and notifications.

Apple Watch supportToday Widget supportSynchronized timer control
🔧 Utilities
(943)
ad-supported
5
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Minuteur intervalle
Free

Create custom workout timers with adjustable intervals for exercise and rest. Track your progress with detailed history and statistics, and repeat past workouts easily. Enjoy audio cues without interrupting your music.

Customizable intervalsWorkout and rest timersVoice or beep guides
💪 Health & Fitness
(85K)
freemium
6
Boxing Round Timer
Boxing Round Timer
Boxing Round Timer
Simple interval timer
Free

This interval timer is designed for boxing and other exercises, offering a simple interface for easy setup. Customize round numbers, round duration, and interval times to suit your workout needs. It automatically pauses for calls or other apps.

Customizable rounds (1-15 or infinity)Adjustable round and interval timesAutomatic pause for calls/other apps
⚽ Sports
(49)
ad-supported
7
Boxing Timer Pro Round Timer
Boxing Timer Pro Round Timer
Boxing Timer Pro Round Timer
Boxing & MMA Training Timer
Free

This app provides a customizable round timer for combat sports training, including boxing, MMA, and Muay Thai. It features adjustable preparation, round, and rest times with visual and auditory alerts. The app also includes music integration and external display support for gym use.

Fully configurable sounds and timesLarge time display with color indicationPreparation, round, warning, and rest timers
💪 Health & Fitness
(6.6K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Timer
Timer
Timer
polyvalent,avancé,configurable
$3.99

This advanced timer allows for precise time management across various activities. Set multiple special events with customizable triggers like sounds, messages, or screen flashing. It's ideal for games, workouts, cooking, meditation, and any task requiring accurate timing, even when the app is in the background.

Multiple complex timers simultaneouslyScheduled event triggers (sounds, messages, photos)Customizable display modes (textual, graphical)
🔧 Utilities
(218)
free
9
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Multiple timers for fitness
Free

This app helps you manage workout intervals with customizable work and rest periods. It runs in the background and allows music playback, with options to save settings and share progress. Integrates with Apple Health for heart rate monitoring.

Customizable sets, intervals, and rest timesRuns in background and with screen lockedMusic playlist integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Fitness à la maison, gym
Free

This interval training app supports HIIT, circuit, and Tabata workouts with customizable rounds and cycles. It offers background operation, screen flashing, and voice guidance for an enhanced fitness experience. An Apple Watch companion app is also available.

Customizable rounds and cyclesInterval stopwatchBackground timer operation
💪 Health & Fitness
(58K)
ad-supported
11
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
Free

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various workout types like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It features a clear, full-screen display, customizable alerts, and background operation. Users can also utilize a stopwatch and countdown timer, with integration for Apple Health.

Full-screen colored displayTemplates for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit TrainingVoice and audio alerts
💪 Health & Fitness
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Pronto — Timer App
Pronto — Timer App
Pronto — Timer App
The Minimalist’s Timer
Free

This app provides a simple, minute-based timer for quick reminders. Its intuitive design allows for instant timer setup and access to recent countdowns, all while offering customizable alarms with sound options. The timer continues even when the app is not active.

Instant timer startAccess recent countdownsModern industrial design UI
🔧 Utilities
(295)
free
13
Timer‰
Timer‰
Timer‰
by Tim O's Studios, LLC
Free

A straightforward timer app with a large display and two prominent buttons for easy operation. Enjoy a minimalist user experience designed for quick and simple timing needs.

Large displayTwo-button operationSimple design
🔧 Utilities
(17)
free
14
Webscorer Race Timer
Webscorer Race Timer
Webscorer Race Timer
by Webscorer Inc.
Free

This app facilitates race timing, registration, and results for over 60 sports. It offers various timing interfaces, supports multiple start types, and can handle complex race formats like laps and multi-day series. Results can be posted live online or shared via Bluetooth.

Race timing for 60+ sportsOnline registration setupLive results posting
⚽ Sports
(129)
freemium
15
Workout Timer - Pro Way
Workout Timer - Pro Way
Workout Timer - Pro Way
Workout timer, WOD, HIIT
Free

Enhance your workouts with custom timers, motivational quotes, and background operation. This app offers an intuitive interface for setting up and starting your favorite routines quickly. It supports a wide range of fitness activities, from HIIT to CrossFit.

Workout announcementsMotivational quotesPersonal timer presets
💪 Health & Fitness
(43)
subscription
16
Box Timer - HIIT & Tabata
Box Timer - HIIT & Tabata
Box Timer - HIIT & Tabata
AMRAP, EMOM & Custom Intervals
Free

This app provides a simple, distraction-free timer designed for intense training sessions like CrossFit, HIIT, and functional fitness. It features a massive, high-contrast display, customizable interval options, and seamless audio cue integration with music apps. All workouts are automatically saved for easy tracking and reuse.

Massive, high-contrast displaySupports AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, TabataCustomizable work/rest intervals and rounds
💪 Health & Fitness
(2.7K)
free
17
Boxing Interval Timer
Boxing Interval Timer
Boxing Interval Timer
Boxing, MMA & HIIT Round Timer
Free

This app provides a customizable interval timer for various round-based sports and high-intensity interval training. Easily set times and sounds for preparation, rounds, and rest, with visual and auditory alerts to keep you on track during your workouts.

Configurable sounds and timesSet preparation, round, and rest intervalsInner round alerts
💪 Health & Fitness
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
18
ArenaGear Sports Timer
ArenaGear Sports Timer
ArenaGear Sports Timer
Football, Track, Races
Free

This app connects to compatible hardware timers to provide precise timing for various sports and events. It allows spectators to view athlete times on their own devices while officials manage resets and penalties. Offers flexible configurations for drills, races, and competitions.

Connects to ArenaGear Timer hardwareSpectator time viewing on personal devicesJudge control for resets and penalties
💪 Health & Fitness
(9)
free with in-app purchases
19
Personal Interval Timer
Personal Interval Timer
Personal Interval Timer
Timer, Boxing, HIIT, Tabata
Free

This app helps you manage timed workouts for sports like boxing, HIIT, and Tabata. It offers customizable presets, workout history tracking, and works with a locked screen and background music. Share your routines with friends and receive voice or bell notifications.

Works with locked screenPlays with background musicSaves custom presets
⚽ Sports
(11)
free with in-app purchases
20
Range Timer AP
Range Timer AP
Range Timer AP
Your range timer friend!
Free

This app helps you measure shot times at the range using your iPhone's microphone. You can set fixed delays, random modes, or par timers to improve your speed. Adjust mic sensitivity to accurately detect shots without interference.

Measures shot times using iPhone micConfigurable delay modesRandom delay option
🎬 Entertainment
(7)
free

FAQ about Universal Sports Timer

What are the best universal sports timer apps for iPhone?
Interval Timer Plus tops our universal sports timer apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 4.4K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top universal sports timer apps we rank are free to download, including Interval Timer Plus and Simple Interval Timer.
Interval Timer Plus has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 209+ universal sports timer apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Interval Timer Plus is a free, all-purpose interval timer designed for various timed activities. It allows users to create and customize multiple intervals with individual settings like colors, sounds, and counting methods (time or repetitions). These custom settings can be saved as presets for quick and easy access.
Key features include a simple 1-tap quickstart, large fonts for glanceability, full-screen color coding that acts like a traffic light, and customizable intervals with individual colors and sounds. It also offers voice readouts for interval names, works in the background, and supports dark/light modes.